by Gerard 5 Replies latest watchtower beliefs
" Can I Worship God in My Own Way?" Yes, throughout history humans have felt a need to worship. For centuries most have turned to organized religion to fill that need.This is traight from WT's http://www.watchtower.org/current_topics.htm
I think this is a PR stratagem to appear understanding and open minded to unsuspecting victims new adepts.
This is just more of the same old babble. The question is "Can I worship in my own way?" not "now you can worship in your own way"..... important difference!!
The article says at the outset that humans have needs that ONLY RELIGION can fulfill. After establishing that highly doubtful point, then they go on to discuss "spirituality". They mention the trend towards being spiritually fulfilled simply by going outdoors and observing the wonders of nature, which I think is a WONDERFUL way to experience spirituality.
But then predictably the article and series shifts back towards the "indoors religion", by that I mean the churches.
Without saying you'll be smitten by God at Armageddon if you fail to heed their advice, the articles undeniably nudge you towards your local Kingdom Hall and away from the "church of nature".
Edited by - Gopher on 9 January 2003 16:45:1
just more WT jibba-jabba..........rocky220
I really like the way this article ends...(he says holding his sides with laughter)....
"There are about six million of Jehovah's Witnesses, in 235 countries, who have made such a study. They volunteer their time in order to share with others what they have learned. The home Bible study course they offer without charge has helped millions to find a faith that is more than a fad or a matter of taste. The true, pure Christianity presented in the Bible is not just another religion. It represents the truth about God and his purposes. So why settle for less?"
So Yes, you can worship God in your own way...as long as your own way is the same as OUR WAY!
Why settle for less...isn't that a slogan used by a tampon manufacturer!!?? There may be some copyright infringement here!
Artful
If what they say sounds good, it's likely a lie that they're simply using.
Folks, substitute "Indeed," for the "Yes," in the first sentence and you'll see what they mean. It's like saying, "Yes, of course, many people ..."
Do you think they did this intentionally to sound conciliatory?
